i'm going to start by saying 2 things:
1. i never write reviews unless i'm really insanely happy with the product.
2. i was petrified to buy this.
i have litterally not had a bra that fit right since iv grew out of my first one which is a while because my boobs showed up as A-cups when i was 11 and were D-cups and still growing when i was 13. for the last year i kept going to bra stores to get measured and they all said i was triple-D and none of them fit right. so when i came to this website (which i found by mistake) i searched for there measuring system (according to which i am now a 38-FF) and took the risk of buying this bra in that unusually large size.
so now that you know why i was scared i should tell you that no bra in ten years has ever fit me so well
no bra in ten years has ever not dug into my shoulders or rib cage
and no bra in ten years supported me so well without smashing my boobs against my rib cage.
watch the fitting video and buy this bra

This is one of the few bras I can wear that has a wire. I must be short under the arms. The wire sticking up under the arms is shorter than a lot of bras. This bra wears like iron. It is unlined so if you have nip problems you may not like it. The cup is heavy enough to cover a little nipping. I am a 36DD and works wonderful for me. The back closer is only two hooks instead of the industrial models like grandma wore. If you have back fat...well it will show. I can get a lot of years out of one of these bras. Great value.

Cup size/shape fits great, very natural. I was looking for a bra I felt comfortable wearing now that I am back to work in a professional setting. This works great, looks good under clothes but easy to pump/nurse while wearing it!

I was introduced to this bra by my cousin. I now have 4 in different colours. The support is good at the sides and underneath the breast. The straps are supportive and do not dig into the shoulder. The bra fits comfortably and is not restrictive. I will buy again.

I have very sensitive skin so that adds an increased difficulty for me in finding bras. This one is very soft. I had not been accustomed to wearing an underwire before calling the bra fitting people at Bare Necessities. I must say the underwire styles are not as comfortable as the ones with no wire but I was not able to find a good fit in a non-underwire. I am very happy overall with Bare Necessities and this bra.

I love this bra! I wear a 32 or 34 band size depending on the bra brand...I ended up with a 34DDD in this bra. Being 5'1", I need a bra that lifts and brings them in...I don't like the spread out look. This bra does it fantastically and is beautiful at the same time! I have multiples of this bra. Now if only I could get a t-shirt bra that kept my boobs up front and center like this one does...

I was dubious, but I love this bra. It really is worth the cost. I wear an odd size, and they still make my size in a cute color, which is nearly impossible to find. It's really comfortable, and it accentuates my chest (but not more than it really is). And the strap is really unique and cute.

This is my second time purchasing this bra and I love it. Fits great and great support. (Keeps me perky : ) I'm very busty so support is crucial. My only complaint is the underwire stabbed out under my arm which honestly happens often to me regardless of the bra. I would definitely buy again.

Finally, after years of wearing unsupportive and flimsy racerback bras, I have found the one that truly is the best.
This is not some heavy duty, hard to get on, itchy, racerback bra.
Infact it is kind of light weight, easy to put on, and soft with cute back detailing that is actually not scratchy. It is also smooth so great under thin tanks. I can't even explain how supportive this is - no more sagging and no more quadra-boob.
I found this to be true to size ( I wear a 36DD now in Wacoal, Chantelle, and Le Mystere).
get it now before summer ends!

I'm a bigger busted girl, 32J, so good strapless bras are really tough to come by. I was hesitant to buy one at all, to be honest. This one is actually really great though. I can wear it for several hours and not have to yank it back in to place, it stays put where it should be. The fit is true to size and it doesn't add any extra cup sizes when I don't need them. My only complaint is that after a few hours my ribs do tend to feel a little sore, but it's a minor inconvenience I'm willing to have for a bra that actually does it's job.

This is my favorite bra. It fits perfectly, its comfortable enough sleep in. It provides great coverage and shape, but because it so thin you can always see my nipples through any shirt I wear. However, that might be a problem specific to me. I should try pairing it with a cami or something, maybe that will fix the problem. Now whenever I wear one I just make sure it's a layering day.

I own several of these and this is by far my favorite bra. It's supportive, gives beautiful shape, is comfortable and LASTS! It holds up so well. I keep them around in different sizes for weight fluctuation and in all of the sizes it is still my favorite bra. Love, love love.

good quality bra. however, it loses its support after approximately 2 months of wear even with having it in rotation with my other bras (of the exact same brand and style, just different colors) and worn every 4 days, more or less. therefore, i'm constantly readjusting the straps, and feel like they've already exceeded their life span. good everyday bra though.

I had a couple of these bras prior to ordering these again. They fit PERFECTLY and comfortably. I can wear it all day with no discomfort, hard to find a bra that is this comfortable. NOTHING sticks into you, nothing rolls, no cleavage sticking out.
I over 70 and would recommend this bra to large busted women of all ages.
It is beautiful, sexy, supportive and comfortable enough to wear all day/evening long.
The ONLY thing I could complain about, if I had to find something, is that the straps are so far apart, they do show with some sleeveless tops, but they are so decorative, even I do not feel uncomfortable with it.

I've been looking for a quality racerback bra. Finally found it- yeah! It's not as comfortable as the balconette Fantasie, but works great for a convertible bra. Good quality as I would expect from Fantasie. Like the 2-tone detail in the front, it adds something.

This is both the first unlined and racerback bra I've tried (I usually tend to wear t-shirt bras and pushups). The cup fits well with the right amount of coverage, and the clasp is secure and easy to use. The Y-back is great for all those summer tanks that can't be worn with a regular bra strap style.
This bra is also really comfortable. I'm surprised the mesh fabric isn't itchy AT ALL. I'm still getting used to the contrast of the structured underwire with the unmolded mesh fabric cup. I feel equally as supported in this bra but more "free" in the mesh which is a super lightweight and breathable material that is perfect for summer!

As I stated in my title, the bra is very supportive but for me it does not really minimize. It does provide a nice shape but not a smaller one... I would have preferred a fully adjustable strap. I have it pulled up to the lace/doily thing - minimal slippage.

I thought I was a 34D for a long time before a proper fitting at a department store about 10 years ago "diagnosed" me with a 32DD. I bought 2 "minimizers" as a result of that visit, yet found the Freya Rio online. I like it so much better than a minimizer, because it does not push the breasts off the torso and -without padding!- guides them into a natural and supported shape. Bare Necessities always has this in stock, and I am so glad it is offered in a nude color too after a hiatus. I can buy dresses in my real size and less often have to buy a size up and tailor the waist and hips.

This is the perfect bra for ppl with larger breasts. I wear a 30F and it is perfect for me. It magically makes your breasts look round, perfect, and perky, regardless of how they look without a bra. I would say that it minimizes as well.
It is not padded, but the fabric is sturdy - not thin. The coverage is good too -- not too much, not too little. Also, it is sexy enough to be worn as lingerie, but is also smooth under tight-fighting T-shirts.
This is my go-to bra - the one I own many copies of.

This is a terrific bra and the one I live in on the weekends. It's super comfortable and I love the natural moisture management of the Cotton Luxe. This is a must have as part of your lingerie wardrobe. It sure is a part of mine! I also LOVE LOVE LOVE the matte & shine t-shirt bra. The quality of these products can't be beat.

I wear a relatively slim band size but large cup (34E in this brand's sizing). Because the support comes from the band and the cup material, the straps do not dig into my shoulder, so no shoulder pain. And unlike other lace bras I've tried in the past, this one is not at all itchy. Also tops -- from dressy to t-shirts -- look better with this bra underneath than with many others I've tried. This is the most comfortable and supportive bra I've ever owned. For these reasons, I've been buying this particular brand and style for about 5 years, ever since my daughter introduced me to it, even though they are expensive. I watch for annual online coupon/discount offers to get the best price.

I'm in love! I'm a small frame but I wear GG & other sports bras shaped me as if I had cones:( Not good. This bra is comfortable material too & perfect for me and not expensive and I just love the purple.

This bra is very comfortable and fits well under t-shirts. It has a high level of support, which was sort of a surprise for some as...well-endowed as I am. Be forewarned that this bra definitely makes your girls sit up at attention, which took some getting used to for me (especially since mine are on the larger side). Overall a worthwhile buy at a good price.

I ordered this in 30G and 30GG because some reviews said it ran large, but the one in my true size (30G) fit perfectly. This bra gives me the lift and cleavage I desire. I also like the shape it gives me. To those who are considering buying this bra, just note that this is not an everyday bra that can easily be worn under t-shirts.

FINALLY! I am now a 36DD and have been on the lookout for a good sports bra (yoga running and regular gym activity). I wanted an underwire one but I really needed something that was lightweight. I did not like the Panache 5021 (felt like armour) and I didn't like the Wacoal one bc I couldn't find a size that fit me perfect. Tried this one - and poof! PERFECTION FOUND.
I love the material and smoothness under my shirts and I can wear this all day if I wanted to. Try this ladies and you will not be disappointed!

I love this brands bra's. I still like the Melody bra better but this one is good. It's a little stiffer material than the melody so that is why I didn't give it 5 stars but it is a good supportive bra. And pretty which is sometimes hard to find in larger sizes.

I have been purchasing and wearing this particular bra for many years...8+.
I have also recommended this bra to other friends.
Lately I have become very disappointed with the quality of the bra. The last two I have bought and worn have had the metal underwire poke through around the side of the cup. The bras were barely 2 months old. I had to sew the hole where the wire broke and poked through only to have it break through in another area below the first tear. I am very disappointed that the quality of the underwire has deteriorated in my opinion.

I love my Panache Porcelain Plunge Bra that I bought a few years ago, so I was really excited to see that there was a version of that bra with convertible straps!
I would say the convertible-strap version of this bra fits pretty much the same as the version with the plain straps.
I have been looking for a good convertible-strap bra for a while now, and I've finally found the perfect one. Thanks, Bare Necessities!

I'm a Fantasie & Freya girl so trying a different manufacturer made me a bit unsure. While I'm not sure about the longevity of this bra, it is very supportive while still being a little sexy with the lace overlay. I like/don't mind the 3 hooks and while being a little on the heavy side I think it adds to the support I'm receiving (34DDDD) I do wish there was a next cup size larger but DDDD is the largest available.

the material feels a little cheap, and the straps aren't as thickly padded as other bras i've owned, but for the price, it's not bad. shaping is okay, but it's not my go-to every-day bra of choice. at least it's fashionable bra for larger sizes!

This has well constructed sided & I have many Chantelle bras both old & new. The band on this bra is shorter than any other Chantelle (I measured it against a new Chantelle Cashmere) So I advise ordering up a band size.

I have been using this bra for a while and love it. I have the ivory color, as the nude was not yet available. I have several different styles from this brand and it is one of my two favorites. It is comfortable, even in my tighter band size (I wear either a 30F or 32E). The straps don't fall down, and I have a really short torso and not the squarest shoulders. Other Simone Perele models have more strap slippage even after alterations were made to prevent this. I'm lazy and just wash this in my machine with a special structured bag which is shown here. I like this company because the products just keep getting better.

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